2008 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
